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USA hitmaker Johnny Cymbal begins a British tour at The Ritz, Birmingham, England, UK, Europe.Full article:
Alan Stinton (reviewer, New Record Mirror) : Rattling off his opener Johnny B. Goode in a hard, clear voice, he soon settled in and kept the jivers happy. Bony Moronie followed in similar style, and then Johnny introduced us to the first of his impersonations. These were undoubtedly the highlight of his act, and performed so brilliantly, quite a novel touch by any standards.
Using the old C'n'W number Walking The Floor Over You, he brought to our ears the voices of Ernest C. Tubb, Fats Domino, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley.
The finale was Mr Bass Man, turned into a full-scale comedy number with Johnny getting plenty of help from his backing group, The Premiers, who had been more than adequate throughout.
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Using the old C'n'W number Walking The Floor Over You, he brought to our ears the voices of Ernest C. Tubb, Fats Domino, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley.
The finale was Mr Bass Man, turned into a full-scale comedy number with Johnny getting plenty of help from his backing group, The Premiers, who had been more than adequate throughout.